Researchers have uncovered a new mechanism by which Huntington’s disease causes neuronal death. They found…
Browsing: Huntingtion’s Disease
Huntington’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder caused by a genetic mutation in the HTT gene, leading to the gradual breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. This inherited condition typically manifests in mid-adulthood and is characterized by a combination of motor, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms. Individuals with Huntington’s disease experience involuntary movements (chorea), difficulties with coordination and balance, as well as cognitive decline, including impaired judgment and memory. The disease also leads to emotional and behavioral changes, such as depression, irritability, and anxiety. Huntington’s disease is currently incurable, and treatment focuses on managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for those affected.
A recent study on Huntington’s disease demonstrates its effect on brain vasculature, offering potential for…
A groundbreaking study introduces a new method of targeting ‘undruggable’ proteins to fight neurodegenerative diseases…
New treatments offer hope for other nervous system disorders, including ALS. Huntington’s disease, characterized by…
HIV drug helps protect against build-up of dementia-related proteins in mouse brains. Cambridge scientists have…
A hereditary condition that affects the brain’s neurons. Huntington’s disease is a genetic neurodegenerative condition…
Misfolded proteins pose a threat to cellular health, as they interfere with normal functions and…
The new system assesses the progression of Huntington’s disease. As part of an international consortium,…
Neurodegenerative diseases cause neuronal damage and destruction, wreaking havoc on both mental and physical health.…
In the first study to comprehensively track how different types of brain cells respond to…
Insights from their study may provide a novel therapeutic approach for diseases such as Huntington’s…
A team of scientists have designed a synthetic antioxidant, XJB-5-131, that targets mitochondria and suppresses…
A new study showed that locomotion could be restored in mice with a Huntington’s-like condition…